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Technical Services Manager opportunity in Cape Town, Western Cape.
At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.
Why Join I&J? Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone. Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities. Unlock Your Potential! We’re looking for a passionate TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER to join our I&J Aquaculture unit in Gansbaai..
In this role, you will plan, manage and control all aspects of the Research and Development; Biosecurity, Hygiene, Compliance and Micro feed portfolios for I&J Aquaculture and direct the activities within the departments. Reporting Structure: Reports to: Operations Manager Direct Reports: 1 Key Areas of Impact: Research and Development Manage all research projects aimed at improving efficiencies in the production areas namely: Hatchery: Settlement, survival, broodstock conditioning, broodstock genetics and feeds. Grow on: Feed, Parasites control and water quality.
Processing: Yield improvement and grading. Assist managers with implementation of successful research improvements. To co-ordinate and assist with all research projects aimed at improving efficiencies at Walker Bay Canners.
Development and testing of formulations that will ultimately become products. Biosecurity Ensure measures are in place to protect against the entry and spread of diseases in abalone. Implement and run clinic trials on hygiene related scenarios and studies.
Protect livestock against transmission of disease. Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOP) for all employees to adhere to, related to hygiene and biosecurity. Develop, implement and maintain the ongoing effectiveness of the internal health surveillance programme, biosecurity program and manual.
Undertaking measures, including adherence to relevant legislation, to minimise biosecurity risks resulting from business activities. Proactively engage with government on biosecurity issues. Manage investigations into biosecurity breach incidents.
Manage and enforce mitigation strategies during biosecurity breach events such as Red Tide. Manage all external audits and training related to Biosecurity. Controlling and auditing of all documentation like procedures and checklists relating to Biosecurity.
Compliance Manage, enforce and track governmental permit conditions. Manage all internal and external sampling related to governmental permit conditions. Manage submission of required reports.
Manage information preparation for all external audits including, but not limited to, ASC and Stock Inspections. Micro Feed Manage the maintenance diatom and Ulvella mother cultures. Manage and enforce diatom and Ulvella seeding schedules.
Manage and enforce HMP for Ulvella and Diatom culture areas. Ensuring high quality and sufficient quantity Ulvella racks and diatom bags are available for operational needs. Implementation and management of Technical Services budgets Strategic budget planning.
Budget implementation and assessments. Capital expenditure budgeting and motivations. People Management Ensure and oversee efficient and effective people management.
Manage staff performance by setting appropriate Key Performance Deliverables (KPD’s) and targets. Continually strive to up-skill and motivate staff through effective leadership, mentoring, coaching, performance improvement and the creation and implementation of individual development plans. Monitor the implementation of training needs.
Ensuring all employees comply with company policies and procedures. Time management of staff. Discipline in case of unfavourable behaviour.
What It Takes to Succeed
5-10 years relevant experience is preferable Exposure to aquaculture, fishing or forestry industries would be an advantage
Qualifications & Certifications
that will contribute to your success: A Biological Science degree (Honours) or equivalent is required Additional
Requirements
that will enhance your impact for success: Knowledge of the entire product chain Knowledge of financial processes Knowledge of HACCP or Aquaculture standards